Man Utd demanded Real Madrid pay Ronaldo cash upfront

Manchester United drove a hard-bargain with Real Madrid over the sale of Cristiano Ronaldo.

The Mail on Sunday says tomorrow morning, £80m will be deposited in United's bank accounts as Real Madrid transfer the full amount of the fee due for Portugal winger Ronaldo.

In a highly unusual move, Real sources have indicated that they could secure Ronaldo only if they paid the money immediately and in one instalment.